Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.
Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to
Defence
. Together, we are a
multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.
We currently have an opportunity for an Engineering Project Manager in Canberra to work on Joint projects .
What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including:
- Perform complex engineering tasks (ECPs, CCBs, SSWGs), liaising with Defence stakeholders and managing contractors to provide and obtain engineering advice under the guidance of the Engineering Manager.
- Exercise assigned engineering authorities and Technical Regulatory Authority delegations in accordance with LMSM standards.
- Apply electronics-electrical engineering expertise to identify issues, provide recommendations, and develop advancements in engineering principles and regulations.
- Build and maintain positive teamwork dynamics, mentoring developing engineers and tailoring communication to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Assess technical and design packages, ensure materiel compliance with legislative and policy frameworks, monitor safety aspects, and manage workflows and resources with clear planning and measurable milestones.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian university or recognized equivalent, specializing in Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronics, Military Systems, Computer Systems, or ICT engineering.
- Proven experience working on sustainment projects, preferably within a Defence environment.
- Hands-on experience with Tactical Data Links or secure communications systems in military settings.
- Desirable professional recognition as a Full Member of Engineers Australia or Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or equivalent international certification.
- Additional valuable skills include Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP), engineering support for medium to large ICT networks, familiarity with E&IG; processes, and experience implementing containerised ICT systems.
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
- What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
- Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
- Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through
Perks@Downer
.
- Veteran support : Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we
serve
and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.